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5 Homebuying Acronyms You Need to Know [INFOGRAPHIC]

First Time Home Buyers· For Buyers· Infographics· Move-Up Buyers

4 Oct

Some Highlights: Learning the lingo of homebuying is an important part of feeling successful when buying a home. From APR to P&I, you need to know the acronyms that will come up along the way, and what they mean when you hear them. Your local professionals are here to help you feel ... Read More about 5 Homebuying Acronyms You Need to Know [INFOGRAPHIC]

3 Signs the Housing Market Is on the Rebound

For Sellers· Housing Market Updates· Pricing

3 Oct

The residential real estate market has been plodding along for most of the year. However, three recent reports show the market may be on the verge of a rebound. 1. Existing Home Sales (closed sales) are up, marking two consecutive months of growth. 2. Pending Home Sales (contracts signed) are up ... Read More about 3 Signs the Housing Market Is on the Rebound

4 Tips to Improve Your Home and Save on Your Energy Bill

For Sellers· Housing Market Updates

2 Oct

By making a few key upgrades to your home, you’ll save on your utility bills and improve the energy efficiency of your home. When you’re ready to sell your house, these key features will make it even more attractive to potential buyers. As a homeowner, it’s important to keep your home running ... Read More about 4 Tips to Improve Your Home and Save on Your Energy Bill

What to Expect from Your Home Inspection

First Time Home Buyers· For Buyers· For Sellers· Move-Up Buyers

1 Oct

You made an offer and it was accepted. Your next task is to have the home inspected prior to closing. Agents often recommend you make your offer contingent upon a clean home inspection. This contingency allows you to renegotiate the price you offered for the home, ask the sellers to cover repairs, ... Read More about What to Expect from Your Home Inspection

How Does the Supply of Homes for Sale Impact Buyer Demand?

First Time Home Buyers· For Buyers· For Sellers· Housing Market Updates· Move-Up Buyers· Pricing

30 Sep

The latest edition of the Realtors Confidence Index from NAR sheds some light on the relationship between seller traffic (supply) and buyer traffic (demand). Until the supply of homes for sale starts to meet buyer demand, prices will continue to rise. The price of any item is ... Read More about How Does the Supply of Homes for Sale Impact Buyer Demand?

Homeowners Are Happy! Renters? Not So Much.

Buying Myths· First Time Home Buyers· For Buyers· Housing Market Updates· Move-Up Buyers· Rent vs. Buy

26 Sep

When people talk about homeownership and the American Dream, much of the conversation revolves around the financial benefits of owning a home. However, two recent studies show that the non-financial benefits might be even more valuable. In a recent survey, Bank of America asked homeowners: “Does ... Read More about Homeowners Are Happy! Renters? Not So Much.

Are You Ready for the ‘Black Friday’ of Real Estate?

Buying Myths· First Time Home Buyers· For Buyers· Housing Market Updates· Move-Up Buyers· Pricing

25 Sep

According to a new study from realtor.com, the week of September 22 is the best time of year to buy a home, making it ‘Black Friday’ for homebuyers. Every year, ‘Black Friday’ is a highly anticipated event for eager shoppers. Some people prepare for weeks, crafting and refining a strategic shopping ... Read More about Are You Ready for the ‘Black Friday’ of Real Estate?

Should You Fix Your House Up or Sell Now?

For Buyers· For Sellers· Housing Market Updates· Move-Up Buyers

24 Sep

If you’re thinking about remodeling your house before you list it, take a look at these three tips to help you decide if you really need to fix it up before you sell. The answer may surprise you. With the fall season upon us, change is in the air. For many families, children are growing up and ... Read More about Should You Fix Your House Up or Sell Now?

Is Your House “Priced to Sell Immediately”?

For Buyers· For Sellers· Housing Market Updates· Move-Up Buyers· Pricing

23 Sep

In today’s real estate market, more houses are coming to market every day. Eager buyers are searching for their dream homes, so setting the right price for your house is one of the most important things you can do. According to CoreLogic’s latest Home Price Index, home values have risen at over 6% ... Read More about Is Your House “Priced to Sell Immediately”?

4 Reasons to Sell This Fall [INFOGRAPHIC]

For Buyers· For Sellers· Housing Market Updates· Infographics· Move-Up Buyers

20 Sep

Some Highlights: Buyers are active in the market and often competing with one another for available listings. Housing inventory is still under the 6-month supply found in a normal housing market. Homes are still selling relatively quickly, averaging 31 days on the market. ... Read More about 4 Reasons to Sell This Fall [INFOGRAPHIC]

One of the Top Reasons to Own a Home

First Time Home Buyers· For Buyers· For Sellers· Housing Market Updates· Move-Up Buyers· Rent vs. Buy

19 Sep

One of the benefits of homeownership is that it is a “forced savings plan.” Here’s how it works: You make a mortgage payment each month. Part of that payment is applied to the principal balance of your mortgage. Each month you owe less on the home. The difference between the value of the home and ... Read More about One of the Top Reasons to Own a Home